Quality Inspector 2nd Shift

Company Overview:

Allen Control Systems (ACS) is a cutting-edge defense startup founded by two ex-Navy electrical engineers with a proven track record in robotics and software. We are developing a small autonomous gun turret that employs advanced computer vision and control systems to precisely target and neutralize small drones and loitering munitions. Our innovative approach requires overcoming significant technical challenges making this an exciting and dynamic environment for experienced engineers.

With an engineering-first culture ACS values technical excellence and innovation. Backed by our founders successful exits from two previous ventures acquired for a combined $180M in 2022 we are committed to ensuring that the groundbreaking technologies we develop will have a real-world impact.

Position Overview:

Allen Control Systems is seeking a highly skilled Quality Inspector to support the inspection testing and quality analysis. The ideal candidate has a strong eye for detail technical aptitude and a commitment to upholding excellence in a fast-paced production environment.

What Youll Do:

• Perform visual dimensional and functional inspections of machined parts and assemblies using tools such as calipers micrometers height gauges and coordinate measuring machines (CMMs).
• Verify conformance to engineering drawings blueprints and tolerances including geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T) requirements.
• Document inspection results identify non-conformances and initiate quarantine procedures for defective items while notifying relevant teams.
• Conduct first article inspections (FAI) and support supplier quality audits to ensure incoming materials meet specifications.
• Maintain inspection equipment through routine calibration and troubleshooting to guarantee measurement accuracy.
• Collaborate with production engineering and quality teams to resolve issues track trends and contribute to continuous improvement efforts.
• Generate reports on quality metrics such as defect rates and yield using basic data analysis tools.

What Youll Need:

• Education: Associates or Bachelors degree in Engineering field.
• Experience: Minimum of 4 years of experience in quality inspection within a manufacturing or assembly setting.
• Proficiency with precision measurement tools and reading technical drawings/blueprints.
• Basic understanding of quality standards like ISO 9001 and statistical process control (SPC).
• Strong attention to detail manual dexterity and ability to work independently or in a team.
• Certification as a Certified Quality Inspector (CQI) from ASQ or similar.
• Experience with CMM programming (e.g. PC-DMIS) or automated inspection systems.
• Familiarity with non-conformance reporting (NCR) material review boards (MRB) and corrective action processes (CAR).

What we Offer:

• Competitive salary
• ACS Equity Package
• Health Dental and Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off

Allen Control Systems is an Equal Opportunity Employer providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. Allen Control Systems prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race color religion age sex national origin disability status genetics protected veteran status sexual orientation gender identity or expression or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local laws.

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